King Charles Office delivers a statement ahead of a historic milestone in Canada

 

King Charles and Queen Camilla are on their way to a momentous trip, with the monarch making his first visit to Canada since ascending the throne.

As preparations are underway to greet the royal couple upon their arrival on Monday afternoon, the King will deliver a historic address in the nation, marking a significant milestone in his reign.

Buckingham Palace issued a statement as Charles and Camilla took off on their almost seven-hour trip to Canada. The monarch's officials provided light on some of the most memorable moments Charles had encountered during earlier visits to the kingdom.

"Later today, Their Majesties will arrive in Ottawa, Canada. Review their prior travels to the nation, as stated in the message.

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"The then Prince of Wales greets crowds on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, 1975; Their Majesties in Brigis, Newfoundland and Labrador, during their first visit to Canada together as a couple in 2009," it is depicted in the carousel image.

"His Majesty, as Prince of Wales, goes scuba diving at Resolute Bay, Nunavut, 1975.

"Their Majesties met with indigenous community members in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 2014. The then-Prince of Wales delivers a statement during the World University Games' opening ceremony in Edmonton, 1983.

"Their Majesties visit Quidi Vidi Village in Newfoundland in 2022.

"The then-Prince of Wales welcomes fans in the streets of Ottawa in 2001.

"Their Majesties interact with the public on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, 2017."

The trip is significant because Charles will open parliament in Ottawa on Tuesday, marking the first time a British monarch has done so since his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth, 68 years ago.

King Charles' visit coincides with political tensions between the United States and Europe. It is likely that the king would use soft diplomacy to negotiate. He will specifically address US President Donald Trump's promises of declaring Canada the 51st state.